The study found that while two in five people with dementia die in hospital, the trend towards increasing hospital deaths between 2001-2005 has reversed, and the proportion of people dying in care homes is now increasing. Care home deaths were more likely amongst people living in less deprived areas, and areas with greater care home bed provision. Very few people with dementia die at home (less than 5% overall) or hospice (less than 1%), though this was more common amongst people living in less deprived areas and for those with cancer. The study identifies the need for initiatives which aim to support the end of life preferences for people with dementia.